What is the cheapest way to get from Lyon to Roanne?

The cheapest way to get from Lyon to Roanne is to rideshare which costs €5 - €6 and takes 1h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lyon to Roanne?

The fastest way to get from Lyon to Roanne is to drive which takes 1h 9m and costs €12 - €18.

Is there a direct bus between Lyon and Roanne?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lyon Part Dieu Gare Routiere and arriving at Roanne Gare Routiere. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Lyon and Roanne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Lyon Part Dieu and arriving at Roanne. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 18m.

How far is it from Lyon to Roanne?

The distance between Lyon and Roanne is 93 km. The road distance is 81.4 km.

How do I travel from Lyon to Roanne without a car?

The best way to get from Lyon to Roanne without a car is to train which takes 1h 18m and costs €11 - €21.

How long does it take to get from Lyon to Roanne?

The train from Lyon Part Dieu to Roanne takes 1h 18m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Lyon to Roanne bus from?

Lyon to Roanne bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, depart from Lyon Part Dieu Gare Routiere station.

Where do I catch the Lyon to Roanne train from?

Lyon to Roanne train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Lyon Part Dieu station.

Train or bus from Lyon to Roanne?

The best way to get from Lyon to Roanne is to train which takes 1h 18m and costs €11 - €21. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €10 - €22 and takes 1h 55m.

Where does the Lyon to Roanne bus arrive?

Lyon to Roanne bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, arrive at Roanne Gare Routiere station.

Where does the Lyon to Roanne train arrive?

Lyon to Roanne train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Roanne station.

Can I drive from Lyon to Roanne?

Yes, the driving distance between Lyon to Roanne is 81 km. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from Lyon to Roanne.

How do I get a train ticket from Lyon to Roanne?

Book your Lyon to Roanne train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Lyon to Roanne?

Book your Lyon to Roanne bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Roanne?

There are 450+ hotels available in Roanne.

Can I share a ride from Lyon to Roanne?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Lyon and Roanne. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Lyon to Roanne - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Lyon to Roanne by train, bus, rideshare, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to RoanneTer / ...
1h 18m
€11–21
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Lyon to Roanne80.5 km
1h 29m
€5–6
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lyon Part Dieu Gare Routiere to Roanne Gare RoutiereAutocar
1h 55m
€10–22
Drive 81.4 km
1. Drive from Lyon to Roanne81.4 km
1h 9m
€13–18

Lyon to Roanne by train

155Weekly Trains

1h 18mAverage Duration

€11Cheapest Price

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Distance: 92.8 km
Duration: 1h 18m

What companies run services between Lyon, France and Roanne, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France?

Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) operates a train from Lyon Part Dieu to Roanne hourly. Tickets cost €11–21 and the journey takes 1h 18m. Alternatively, SNCF Bus operates a bus from Lyon Part Dieu Gare Routiere to Roanne Gare Routiere once daily. Tickets cost €16–22 and the journey takes 1h 55m. FlixBus also services this route 5 times a week.

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